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Beijing City University

Beijing, China • Founded 1984

Updated May 2026 · Source: bcu.edu.cn

Overview

English Name: Beijing City University
Acronyms: BCU
Founded: 1984
Institution Type: University
Control Type: Private
Religious Affiliation: None
Rankings:
SCImago 2026 #5296

Beijing City University traces its founding to 1984 and has since operated as a private university in Beijing, China. The institution maintains a higher-education provider status.

Beijing City University teaches across bachelor's and master's programmes, is organised into numerous faculties and schools and runs a broad programme catalogue.

Beijing City University is ranked #5296 globally and #640 within China.

Location & Contact

Find Beijing City University on the map and its contact channels below.

Address: Zhongguancun campus 269 Beisihuan Central Road Haidian District
Postal Code: 100083

Academic Details

Enrolment, faculty headcount, and accreditation data for Beijing City University are listed below.

Accrediting Agency: Ministry of Education

Degrees

Also joint Master's degree in Project Management with Warwick University

Bachelor's 43 programs
  • Accountancy
  • Acting
  • Architecture
  • Art Management
  • Biology
  • Business Administration
  • Cinema and Television
  • Civil Engineering
  • Communication Arts
  • Computer Engineering
  • Dance
  • Design
  • Economics
  • Engineering Management
  • Environmental Engineering
  • Fashion Design
  • Film
  • Finance
  • Food Technology
  • French
  • German
  • Human Resources
  • Hydraulic Engineering
  • Industrial Design
  • International Business
  • Landscape Architecture
  • Natural Resources
  • Nursing
  • Pharmacology
  • Preschool Education
  • Primary Education
  • Public Administration
  • Rehabilitation and Therapy
  • Rural Planning
  • Spanish
  • Telecommunications Engineering
  • Tourism
  • Town Planning
  • Traditional Eastern Medicine
  • Translation and Interpretation
  • Transport Engineering
  • Video
  • Visual Arts
Master's 4 programs
  • Handicrafts
  • Public Administration
  • Restoration of Works of Art
  • Visual Arts

Faculties & Divisions

Each of Beijing City University's faculties and its subject areas are listed below.

Arts (Department/Division) 4 subjects offered

Specialisations & Subjects

  • Communication Arts
  • Design
  • Fashion Design
  • Visual Arts
Arts and Crafts (Department/Division) 6 subjects offered

Specialisations & Subjects

  • Art Management
  • Fine Arts
  • Handicrafts
  • Museum Management
  • Museum Studies
  • Restoration of Works of Art
Biomedical Sciences (Department/Division) 6 subjects offered

Specialisations & Subjects

  • Biology
  • Food Technology
  • Nursing
  • Pharmacology
  • Rehabilitation and Therapy
  • Traditional Eastern Medicine
Economy and Management (Department/Division) 7 subjects offered

Specialisations & Subjects

  • Accountancy
  • Business Administration
  • Economics
  • Finance
  • Human Resources
  • International Business
  • Tourism
Education (Department/Division) 3 subjects offered

Specialisations & Subjects

  • Education
  • Preschool Education
  • Primary Education
Foreign Studies (Department/Division) 10 subjects offered

Specialisations & Subjects

  • Business Administration
  • English Studies
  • Finance
  • French
  • German
  • Media Studies
  • Spanish
  • Tourism
  • Translation and Interpretation
  • Visual Arts
Informatics (Department/Division) 4 subjects offered

Specialisations & Subjects

  • Computer Engineering
  • Industrial Engineering
  • Telecommunications Engineering
  • Transport Engineering
Performing Arts (Department/Division) 6 subjects offered

Specialisations & Subjects

  • Acting
  • Art Management
  • Cinema and Television
  • Dance
  • Film
  • Video
Public Administration (Department/Division) 5 subjects offered

Specialisations & Subjects

  • Accountancy
  • Law
  • Media Studies
  • Public Administration
  • Social Work
Urban Construction (Department/Division) 10 subjects offered

Specialisations & Subjects

  • Architecture
  • Civil Engineering
  • Engineering Management
  • Environmental Engineering
  • Geography
  • Hydraulic Engineering
  • Landscape Architecture
  • Natural Resources
  • Rural Planning
  • Town Planning
Calligraphy (Graduate School) Faculty details available

Specialisations & Subjects

No specified subjects listed.

Programs Offered

Beijing City University's programme catalogue is grouped by level below.

63 programmes on record. Each level below shows a sample. Compare these on the programs page All programs in China

Bachelor's Degree 63 programmes

Bachelor's Degree in Accounting
Accounting
Bachelor's Degree in Accounting (International Program)
Accounting
Bachelor's Degree in Animation (Japanese International Program)
Film & Animation
Bachelor's Degree in Architecture
Architecture
Bachelor's Degree in Architecture (Chinese Traditional Architecture Culture and Techniques)
Linguistics & Language Studies
Bachelor's Degree in Artificial Intelligence (Digital Technology Industry School)
AI & Machine Learning
Bachelor's Degree in Arts and Crafts
Liberal Arts
Bachelor's Degree in Aviation Service Art and Management
Business & Management
Bachelor's Degree in Biotechnology (Pharmaceutical and Cosmetics)
Biotechnology
Bachelor's Degree in Broadcast and Television Directing
Media Studies & Mass Media

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How to apply to Beijing City University

Five steps that capture how applications to Beijing City University flow.

  1. 1
    Find a programme that fits your goals

    Beijing City University's catalogue includes 63 programmes. Browse by level, identify candidates matching your prior qualifications, and note their entry requirements for the next step.

  2. 2
    Confirm you meet the requirements

    Entry requirements vary by programme and degree level. Verify academic minimums, language tests (if international), and any additional documents required for Beijing City University's admissions process.

  3. 3
    Assemble your application package

    Typical documents include academic transcripts, identity proof (passport or national ID), language proficiency test scores, a personal statement or motivation letter, and recommendation letters. International applicants should account for translation and notarisation time.

  4. 4
    Submit your application

    Submit your completed application through Beijing City University's official website at www.bcu.edu.cn. Most institutions use an online portal — register an account, complete the application form, and upload your prepared documents. Keep copies of all submissions and confirmation receipts.

  5. 5
    Contact admissions and follow up

    Follow up to confirm your application was received and is being processed. Admissions teams may request interviews or additional documents — respond promptly to keep your application active.

Frequently Asked Questions about Beijing City University

Quick answers to common questions about Beijing City University.

In what year was Beijing City University established?

Beijing City University was founded in 1984 (approximately 42 years ago).

What city is Beijing City University in?

Beijing City University operates from Beijing, China.

Is Beijing City University a public or private institution?

It is a private higher-education institution.

What qualification levels does Beijing City University offer?

Beijing City University delivers bachelor's and master's programmes across its academic units.

Is Beijing City University accredited?

Beijing City University is accredited by Ministry of Education.

Where can I learn more about Beijing City University?

The institution's website is www.bcu.edu.cn.

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